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Meaning of olive branch

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

olive branch

Pronunciation:/ˈɒlɪv bɹɑːntʃ//ˈɑlɪv bɹæntʃ/

noun

Definitions

  1. A branch of an olive tree offered as an emblem of peace.

  2. Any symbol of peace, or a peace offering to an adversary to show goodwill and in the hope of securing peace.

verb

Definitions

  1. To extend an olive branch; to make a peace offering; to attempt to restore peaceful relations.

Sources:https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/olive%20branchhttps://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/olive-branch

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